Los Angeles — FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc., parent company of Fatburger, has opened its newly remodeled location in Beverly Hills, Calif. This co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express restaurant is located steps away from FAT Brands’ headquarters and opened in late March. Fatburger, the beloved Hollywood burger chain, maintains and upholds its unique L.A. culture and trademark menu offerings crafted by founder Lovie Yancey when she launched the brand almost 70 years ago in Southern California. This remodeled location features vintage-inspired pendant lighting, the brand’s signature pop of blue, …
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Milwaukee — Marcus Theatres®, a division of The Marcus Corporation, is planning to bring Movie Tavern® by Marcus to Brookfield Square in Brookfield, Wis., a suburb of Milwaukee. Given the company’s recent acquisition of Movie Tavern, the timing is right to introduce a new theatre brand into the marketplace. The concept would replace the previously announced Brookfield BistroPlex℠ and is anticipated to open in October 2019. “Movie Tavern by Marcus is an extension of the Marcus Theatres brand with its own personality and some unique attributes,” says Rolando Rodriguez, chairman, …
Fremont, Calif. — Tailored Brands, Inc. has appointed Dinesh Lathi as president and chief executive officer, and Theo Killion has been appointed chairman of the board of directors. Lathi has served as chairman of Tailored Brands since March 2017, executive chairman since August 2018, and has been a member of the Tailored Brands board since March 2016. Killion has served as lead independent director since August 2018 and joined the company’s board in June 2017. “Following a robust and thorough search process, the board is pleased to appoint Dinesh as …
Canton, Ohio — Ironrock Capital Inc. has hired Daniel Marvin as senior vice president of operations. He joins Ironrock from Mapei Corporation. In his new position, Marvin will head up the company’s operations to maximize efficiencies, quality and performance. He will also work with senior management to grow the company and expand its leadership position in the quarry tile and thin brick markets. Marvin will also oversee all technical issues, champion new product development efforts and assist with the company’s marketing and green initiatives. He will continue to serve on …
Dallas — The Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association (PRSM), a membership organization dedicated to retail, multi-site facilities management, has partnered with the Professional Facility Management Institute (ProFMI), the founding body and administrator of the ProFM credential. The partnership strengthens the PRSM facility management credential program. After researching and vetting several Facilities Management certification programs, it was determined ProFM was the best choice for PRSM members as they continue efforts to elevate their industry knowledge and reinforce their credibility. ProFM defines global FM standards and provides facility professionals with the knowledge …
New York City — Shake Shack has appointed a new chief development officer, chief global licensing officer, chief information officer and chief marketing officer, as well as the addition of its ninth board member. All four positions represent new roles at the company, filled with a balanced team of internal and external talent. With sizeable growth ahead, Shake Shack’s team of senior leaders will be instrumental in its strategic growth. Andrew McCaughan, formerly vice president of development at Shake Shack, has been promoted to chief development officer. He will be …
New York City — Luxury brand Christopher Guy has been actively streamlining its business to focus on branded retail locations in major metropolitan cities across the globe, with the latest New York showcase underlining a greater focus on CG’s direct presence. As a result of the brand’s retail direction, CG will be closing its Las Vegas and High Point, N.C., trade showrooms following the April 2019 High Point Market. The company also announced the opening of an all-new street level showroom on the ground floor of the New York Design …
Wichita, Kan. — Fast-casual restaurant concept Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has expanded into the non-traditional sector for the first time with the opening of five new locations in spaces across the Midwest. The brand recently opened restaurants in Old Capitol Town Center in Iowa City, Iowa; Wichita State University’s student center in Wichita, Kan.; and Oklahoma State University’s football and basketball stadiums in Stillwater, Okla. The company also signed an agreement to bring Freddy’s to the Missouri State University student center in Springfield, Mo., before the end of the …
Lansing, Mich. — Clark Construction Company has opened a new office location in Alpena, Mich. This growth strategy strengthens Clark’s presence and extends the reach of operations across all of Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. This also leads to the expansion of its capabilities and area of service for its self-perform group, Clark Contracting Services. Joining the Clark team are trusted, local construction professionals: Fred Gagnier as regional manager; Pete Cross as project manager/estimator; Craig Froggett as business development manager; Tyler Lumsden as superintendent; Sara Escareno as project engineer; …
Chicago — Pork & Mindy’s, along with chef and owner Jeff Mauro, plan to open two new standalone restaurants in the Chicago area, including one in Mauro’s hometown of Elmwood Park. The Chicago-based BBQ concept also plans to open 28 locations inside Mariano’s grocery stores. Pork & Mindy’s is scheduled to open along ‘Restaurant Row’ in Elmwood Park this summer, as well as in Chicago’s Old Irving Park neighborhood later this year. The Elmwood Park location will feature a rooftop patio and regularly scheduled live music. Mauro (pictured here) and …